§ 280.1126 - Use of certificates and logos.

(a) The Registrar shall exercise proper control over ownership, use and display of its quality system registration mark and logos.

(b) If the registrar confers the right to use a symbol or logo to indicate registration of a Facility, the fastener manufacturer may use the specified symbol or logo only as authorized in writing by the Registrar. This symbol or logo shall not be used on a product or in a way that may be interpreted as denoting product conformity.

(c) The Registrar shall take suitable action to deal with incorrect references to the registration system or misleading use of certificates and logos found in advertisements, catalogs, etc. Such action could include corrective action, withdrawal of certificate, publication of the transgression and, if necessary, other legal action.